Pears
The NNA pears are grown using sustainable regenerative farming methods, tasty safe, free from dangerous chemicals, heavy metals and tested to be safe and nutritionally rich.
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According to very well and fit, pears are a sweet, tasty fruit that’s full of fiber, low in calories, and loaded with antioxidants, including vitamin C. They are native to Europe and West Asia and have been used in anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and anti-hyperglycemic remedies in China for more than 2000 years. And studies show pears have research-backed health benefits, too, such as protection from stroke and some cancers.
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To eat pears, it can be as crunchy or leave in the kitchen and allow to ripen and eat as a juicy soft texture.
- Harvest Location: Western Australia
Nutritional Content according to Medical News Today
One medium-sized pear (178g) provides 101 calories, 0.6g of protein, 27g of carbohydrates, and 0.3g of fat. Pears are an excellent source of fiber, vitamin K, and potassium. The following nutrition information is provided by the USDA.2
- Calories:Â 101
- Fat:Â 0.3g
- Sodium:Â 1.8mg
- Carbohydrates:Â 27g
- Fiber:Â 5.5g
- Sugars:Â 17g
- Protein: 0.6g​
- Vitamin K: 7.8mcg
- Potassium: 206mg
Pears are a high-fiber source of carbohydrates that provide a low-calorie burst of vitamin C as well as minerals like copper and potassium. Pears are virtually fat-free.
Pears offer health advantages because of their fiber and antioxidants.
Pears have been described for their benefits to diabetic sugar control, strokes and chronic disease
You can keep unripe pears in the refrigerator for a few months or at room temperature for several days while they ripen. Once ripe, they will last only a few days at room temperature. You can extend their shelf life by three to five days by putting them into the refrigerator.
Freezing fresh pears is not recommended because the juice and fibers will separate in the thawing process, and the results are undesirable. However, freezing a cooked or processed pear (such as pear sauce) will work. Place the puréed pear in a tightly sealed container before freezing to help reduce freezer burn.
